New Mexico Car Seat and Booster Seat Laws

Rear-Facing Car Seat

Children less than 1 year of age must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child safety seat in the back seat when possible.

Car Seat

Children ages 1 through 4 years or who weigh less than 40 pounds must be in a child safety seat.

Booster Seat

Children ages 1 through 4 years or who weigh less than 40 pounds must be in a child safety seat.

Children ages 5 through 6 or who weigh less than 60 pounds must be in a booster seat.

Seat Belt

Children ages 7 through 17 must use a seat belt.

Seating Position

Children less than 1 year of age must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child safety seat in the back seat when possible.

Fines & Penalties

Maximum fine for first offense is $25.

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